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Former Tottenham man Jamie O’Hara has told the club to go ask Manchester United “how much do you want” for the signing of a star attacker this summer.

Spurs are yet to sign an attacker this summer, having splashed £230million in midfield and defence. Roberto De Zerbi has suggested another big signing is coming, and a “bomba” at that.

The final third seems the final piece of the puzzle for a successful season in north London, and there have been links with the likes of Savinho and Cody Gakpo of late.

Former Tottenham man O’Hara has detailed the benefits of those attackers, but feels Marcus Rashford is staring the club in the face.

He said on Sky Sports: “I like Savinho. What I’ve seen of him, there have been bright sparks. It hasn’t massively worked for him at Manchester City, but he’s obviously a talented player.

“I like Gakpo, but the problem with him is he maybe needs four or five chances to score one, but he has got something about him. I wouldn’t be disappointed in the signing – he’s a player who I wouldn’t mind.

“I just don’t know why we don’t go for Marcus Rashford. I really think that Spurs should just go, how much do you want? How much can we get him for?

“I know he’s on £350,000 a week, and obviously Spurs potentially can’t afford that, but he’s such a brilliant player.

“If you get him at it with a point to prove, I just think he’s still one of the best players around.

“If he stays at Man Utd, I think he’ll play, so I just don’t know why we’ve not been interested in him.”

Carrick hints at Rashford staying

Rashford was out on loan at Barcelona for the entirety of last season, and while he impressed, they’ve decided against bringing him back, instead having signed Anthony Gordon.

There have been suggestions both that Michael Carrick is happy to have Rashford in his squad, and that the winger could leave.

The United boss has hinted at the former of late, stating: “He’s our player, you know, and he’s come back great. He’s just like any other player.

“I’ve known Marcus a long time and, you know, he gives us something a little bit different. And he’s been in great spirits since he’s been back.

“He’s been back two or three days training and it’s just pretty normal, to be honest. And we’re looking forward to the start of the season.”

According to reports, Tottenham Hotspur intend to pay £70m to sign Savinho from Manchester City as they ‘work on two deals’.

In this summer’s transfer window, Tottenham have already fixed their midfield with the signings of Sandro Tonali and Matheus Fernandes, while they have improved their defence with the additions of Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson.

But Spurs are still short of options and quality in the final third, with reports suggesting they are looking to sign at least one new winger and/or striker in the coming weeks.

Man City’s Savinho and Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo are being heavily linked with Tottenham in this transfer window, while Folarin Balogun has been mooted as a potential new striker.

However, Fabrizio Romano has ruled out Balogun and another forward joining Tottenham, though they are “working on” signing Savinho and Gakpo.

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Romano said on his YouTube channel: “On the wings, Spurs are working on these two deals.

“No negotiations for Folarin Balogun. I know there have been many reports in the last 24 hours, but Tottenham are not working on a Balogun deal, at least as of today. What happens in the future, we will see.

“But the two top targets, wingers, remain: Cody Gakpo and Savinho. Alternative, Pedro Neto, who is very expensive.”

Tottenham ‘will’ pay £70m to sign Savinho

Savinho is more of a long-term Tottenham target than Gakpo, with the Man City target heavily linked with the north London side over the past year.

In this window, Tottenham have stepped up their interest, while Savinho is reportedly keen on the move after dropping in the pecking order at Man City.

A deal is yet to progress to the final stages because Man City have not secured a replacement.

However, a report from ESPN Brazil claims Tottenham have decided that they ‘will’ spend £70m on Savinho.

The report claims:

‘According to ESPN, Tottenham Hotspur remains interested in signing Manchester City forward Savinho and is confident that it will be able to reach an agreement with the Brazilian in the coming days.

‘According to sources, negotiations between the parties are ongoing, and the trend is that Spurs will reach the figures demanded by the Citizens: something in the region of £70 million.’

According to reports, as many as six Tottenham Hotspur stars could leave in the coming weeks, with deals for Cristian Romero and Djed Spence ‘agreed’.

Spurs have already made a real statement in this summer’s transfer window, having invested around £230m to sign Sandro Tonali, Matheus Fernandes and Jan Paul van Hecke.

Roberto De Zerbi‘s side have also brought in Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka on free transfers.

They now remain in the market for attacking reinforcements, with it reported that they want at least one winger and a striker before this transfer window closes.

To facilitate these signings, Spurs are also working on exits, with Fabrizio Romano revealing on Wednesday that deals have been struck for Spence to join Inter Milan and Romero to join Atletico Madrid.

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On Spence, Romano said on X: ‘Djed Spence to Inter, here we go! Verbal agreement in place now with Tottenham for England RWB.

‘Transfer fee worth €31.5m.

‘Full agreement also with Spence who wanted the move as revealed over recent days. Deal in place.’

A few hours later, Romano added: ‘BREAKING: Cristian Romero to Atlético Madrid, HERE WE GO! 🇦🇷

‘Agreement in place between clubs with Tottenham at €40m package, add-ons included.

‘Inter deal off in July, Barcelona decided not to proceed days ago, Spurs were never gonna sell to Arsenal. Atléti: done.’

Four more players could leave Tottenham after Spence and Romero

And our colleagues at TEAMtalk are reporting that Ashley Phillips is also ‘expected’ to leave Spurs as he nears a move to Championship side Middlesbrough.

And the report also claims goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario is ‘likely’ to leave Tottenham on loan after Antonin Kinksy replaced him as Roberto De Zerbi’s No.1 between the sticks.

It is also noted that Pape Matar Sarr and Lucas Bergvall could yet leave Tottenham this summer.

Regarding those midfielders, the report explains:

‘There are also continued doubts over Pape Matar Sarr, with a number of clubs monitoring the midfielder. We understand Aston Villa and Brentford are among those who have shown an interest.

‘Lucas Bergvall’s future will also be decided in the coming weeks, but as we previously revealed Roberto De Zerbi is keen to keep the Scandinavian starlet – despite interest from the likes of Newcastle, Nottingham Forest and Brighton.’

Tottenham are said to be interested in signing a fourth defender this summer, while the agreement for Djed Spence to leave the club has been reached.

Spurs were very active at the start of the summer, quickly confirming deals for three new defenders. They added Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson to the squad on free transfers, and signed Jan Paul van Hecke for £52million.

They also sold Luka Vuskovic and have loaned out Radu Dragusin, but it’s seemed for some time like the defensive transfers were done.

But there’s an agreement in place for Spence to join Inter Milan, and at the same time, Tottenham are being linked with another defender.

Journalist Nicolo Schira reported the north London club has shown an interest in Italy international Giorgio Scalvini.

The defender mostly plays centre-back, but has experience on the left, as well as in midfield.

He was recently linked with Manchester United, who are known to be looking for a new left-back, but Scalvini’s versatility could make him a good option for the Red Devils.

Tottenham exits coming

Tottenham appear to have sorted their defence for the season whether or not anybody else leaves, though that could change.

What’s more, two exits are likely going to occur soon. The aforementioned move between Spurs to Milan for Spence has been agreed.

There’s a verbal agreement in place for the transfer, for €31.5million (£26.9m). That’s on the lower end of the various fees suggested in reports to this point.

Spence has been open to moving to Milan for some time, which might have seen his club lower their demands in order to allow him to complete his desired move.

As well as the full-back, there’s been a lot of speculation over the exit of central defender Cristian Romero this summer.

He, too, was on the radar of Inter for a while, but they have seemingly been overtaken in the pursuit by Atletico Madrid.

The move to the Spanish giants is reportedly at the final stage, with all parties involved confident that the Argentine will represent Atleti next season.

He’s also said to have decided they are going to be his next club, so it doesn’t seem there should be a hitch in that.

Whether or not Scalvini is properly pursued in response to that remains to be seen.

Tottenham Hotspur have agreed to sell Djed Spence to Inter Milan for just €31.5million (£27m), according to Fabrizio Romano.

Spence made a series of impressive displays for England at this summer’s World Cup, but Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi subsequently told the full-back he is free to leave. De Zerbi cannot promise Spence regular starts, something the 26-year-old is looking for as he aims to capitalise on his great World Cup.

Manchester United and Liverpool are among the Premier League sides to have been linked with Spence, though Inter have widely been viewed as his most likely next club.

Our friends at TEAMtalk revealed on Tuesday that talks between Spurs and Inter were ramping up, and an agreement is now in place, per Romano.

The journalist has given the transfer his ‘here we go’ confirmation as a ‘verbal agreement’ has been reached by the two clubs.

Inter will pay €31.5m for Spence and also have a ‘full agreement’ with him on personal terms.

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That transfer fee could end up being an absolute steal if Spence goes on to become one of the best full-backs in Serie A.

Many have questioned why De Zerbi and Spurs are open to letting the Englishman leave given his fantastic performances at the World Cup.

The sale will help to fund De Zerbi’s ongoing rebuild at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Spurs have broken their transfer record twice this summer, first on Mateus Fernandes, and then again on Sandro Tonali.

They have also signed Jan Paul van Hecke, Marcos Senesi, Andy Robertson and Martin Dubravka.

Spurs are now eyeing a new winger – with Savinho and Cody Gakpo both concrete targets – plus a centre-forward.

Spence could have joined Inter alongside centre-back Cristian Romero. However, Inter were unable to agree personal terms with Romero, allowing Atletico Madrid to hijack the move.

Atletico Madrid are set to launch a new offer worth €40m (£34m) to get the transfer over the line.

Tottenham Hotspur reportedly have a ‘green light’ to sign ex-Arsenal star Folarin Balogun, but Fabrizio Romano has revealed the truth on the deal.

Tottenham have already made a statement in this summer’s transfer window, having invested around £230m to sign Sandro Tonali, Matheus Fernandes and Jan Paul van Hecke.

Roberto De Zerbi‘s side have also recruited Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka, but more additions are expected in the coming weeks.

It has been reported that Tottenham’s priority for the remainder of this window is to strengthen their attack, with at least one winger and/or striker expected through the door.

Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo and Manchester City’s Savinho have been mooted as leading options for the flanks, while Balogun has been mooted as a new striker.

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The 25-year-old joined 18 goals in 40 appearances in the Champions League and Ligue Un for AS Monaco last season, while he netted three goals in four appearances for the United States at the World Cup.

Earlier this week, a report claimed Tottenham will be able to sign Balogun below market value this summer because he has entered the final two years of his current contract.

A subsequent report has claimed that the north London side have ‘laid the groundwork’ to sign Baloun, who could cost around £51m this summer.

Now, journalist Santi Aouna has claimed that Balogun is a ‘priority’ for Tottenham, while the striker has given the ‘green light’ to the Premier League side.

Fabrizio Romano reveals truth on Folarin Balogun to Tottenham Hotspur

Aouna said on X: ‘Folarin Balogun has given his green light to join Tottenham.

‘As revealed on @footmercato, the Monaco striker is the Spurs’ priority.

‘No official offer yet, but discussions are progressing between the various parties.’

However, Romano has poured cold water on reports linking Balogun with a move to Tottenham.

Romano has stated that Balogun has interest from Turkish giants Galatasaray and clubs in the Saudi Pro League, but there is “nothing concrete or advanced” over a potential switch to Tottenham.

Romano said on X: “Several clubs have called over recent days for Folarin Balogun, including Galatasaray and Saudi clubs, informed on deal conditions from AS Monaco.

“Nothing concrete or advanced with Tottenham at this stage.”

“Now he would be a player of interest. If it’d be Liverpool then I’d want big money for him. I would want a lot of money for him. They took the boy [Joe] Gomez, who was a South London boy, but Spence is a better player than him.”

Spence wants Inter Milan move

But a move for the full-back seems unlikely at Arsenal. Firstly, they have shown no interest in adding in wide defensive areas this summer, and Spence looks more likely to head to Inter Milan.

It was revealed of late that he wants to make the move to the Italian club, who have opened club-to-club talks with Tottenham over his transfer.

Previously this summer, the two sides have been apart in the valuation, but recent reports suggest there could be a compromise reached.

Gazzetta dello Sport states Inter are closing in on Spence, with an agreement expected for €30million (£25m) plus bonuses.

That is below what it has long been suggested Tottenham want to receive in order to sell the Englishman, but given he wants to head to Inter, they are perhaps taking a more lenient view on his asking price.

While Arsenal landing him would be a shock swoop, a transfer for Spence for anybody other than Inter currently looks unlikely, but should the conditions change on that, a move could potentially be opened up – though it would still seem unlikely that it’s across north London.

According to reports, Barcelona have ‘made contact’ over signing Tottenham Hotspur star Pedro Porro, while there is an update on Cristian Romero.

Unsurprisingly, Tottenham have been incredibly busy in this summer’s transfer market.

The north London side have made six summer signings, having landed Sandro Tonali, Matheus Fernandes, Jan Paul van Hecke, Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka.

Tottenham remain in the market for attacking reinforcements, but there will also be exits from the club in the coming weeks to balance the books.

Romero currently appears the closest to leaving amid interest from Atletico Madrid, who have moved clear of Arsenal, Barcelona and Inter Milan in the race to sign him.

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Now, Spanish outlet Cadena Ser are reporting that Atletico Madrid have stepped up their efforts to close the deal, and they plan to ‘reach a final agreement within a few days’ with a transfer ‘nearing completion’ for around 40 million euros.

And Djed Spence also looks likely to leave Spurs, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that Inter Milan are pushing to sign him.

On Tuesday afternoon, Romano said on X: ‘EXCL: Inter are set for club to club talks with Spurs for Djed Spence with opening proposal to follow.

‘Story from two days ago, confirmed as Inter will try again for the English RWB. Spence, keen on move. Decision up to Tottenham on deal conditions.’

He later added: ‘Inter official bid for Djed Spence will be sent this week, decision will be up to Tottenham. Spence opened doors to Inter move.’

Pedro Porro could leave Tottenham as Barcelona ‘make contact’

Porro is another Tottenham star who could be on the move after he shone for Spain at the World Cup.

Spanish journalist Gerard Romero has stated that Barcelona have ‘made contact’ over signing Porro, who is reportedly valued at £68m, as a potential replacement for Jules Kounde.

“Contact has been made in recent days with Pedro Porro, with the full-back’s entourage,” Romero said.

“He is one of the highest paid players at Tottenham, he renewed very recently, but Barcelona have sounded out his entourage in the event that Jules Kounde leaves.

“Kounde has many offers from the Premier League, so far the player hasn’t shown any signs of wanting to leave but it’s a case that’s half open, so anything can happen.”

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Interestingly, Romano has revealed that Manchester City are also keen on a move for Porro.

“Manchester City have an interest in Pedro Porro. Manchester City spoke with the agents of Pedro Porro more than once, so there have been conversations,” Romano explained.

“Porro is on City’s list to replace Savinho, with a target for Tottenham. But at the moment the gap in valuation is a big gap.

“Also for Pedro Porro, I would say it’s a similar situation because Tottenham are also happy with Porro. Tottenham are not desperate to sell Pedro.

“And so at the moment there are difficulties to advance on this deal because of the gap and because of what happened with the Maresca appointment.”

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly opened talks with Monaco over a deal to sign USA striker Folarin Balogun, as Roberto De Zerbi closes in on bolstering his misfiring frontline.

Having already spent over £230million this summer on strengthening De Zerbi’s backline and midfield, the focus in north London has now switched to the attacking third.

While the hunt for a new left-winger continues, but has ultimately led to frustration thus far, Tottenham are also locked in on landing a new No.9 for their Italian boss.

Another injury concern regarding Dominic Solanke looks like it’s speeding up the club’s move for a new frontman, with the England forward missing the friendly draw with Getafe over the weekend with an ankle issue.

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That leaves Richarlison as the club’s only fit senior striker, with the Brazilian not expected to remain at Spurs beyond the end of the window.

Indeed, De Zerbi has admitted that he will not stand in Richarlison’s way if he wants to leave, admitting on the club’s pre-season tour Down Under: “He’s unbelievable in terms of attitude and behaviour. But, in the end, we have to respect what he wants to do.”

When pressed on whether Richarlison wants to leave, he added: “I don’t know. I didn’t understand well because sometimes he says he wants to stay, sometimes he wants to leave. We have to speak anyway. There is not any problem. He’s a lovely guy.”

Tottenham striker hunt takes step forward

Regardless of whether Richarlison stays or goes, Solanke’s ongoing injury issues means signing a new striker remains a must for Tottenham this summer, and a fresh report from France claims that a deal for Balogun could now be on the cards.

Indeed, Balogun, who joined Monaco in a £35m switch from Arsenal three years ago and has scored 31 goals in 91 games for the Ligue 1 side, could well be on his way back to north London.

The 25-year-old also impressed at the World Cup this summer, scoring three goals in four games before the United States crashed out of the competition to Belgium at the last-16 stage.

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And now, according to L’Equipe, Tottenham have now made a move for Balogun ‘in recent hours’ and have ‘laid the groundwork’ for a deal worth €60m (£51.2m).

The report does add that Newcastle United and clubs in Spain have also registered their interest in signing the striker, although it appears that Spurs are looking to get ahead of suitors for the former Arsenal man.

Paul Scholes has named two players he wants Manchester United to sign before the summer transfer window shuts at what could be a combined cost of around £125million.

United have largely focused on bolstering Michael Carrick’s midfield to date, with Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos brought in, while Karl Darlow has added depth to the goalkeeping department.

Adding a new left-back, winger, striker and potentially a third midfield signing are still thought to be on the agenda at Old Trafford, and Scholes thinks Man Utd should make reported interest in Tottenham Hotspur star Cristian Romero more concrete.

The World Cup winner wants out of the north London club, with Atletico Madrid the current favourites to sign the 28-year-old, although any talk of a shock switch to bitter rivals Arsenal has now been shut down.

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To that end, Scholes wants his old club to move for Romero, as the current central defensive options at Old Trafford are “not good enough”.

As a result, the Old Trafford legend believes his former club should enter the race to sign Argentina defender Romero from Tottenham.

Indeed, Scholes is confident that Carrick can sort out Romero’s “disciplinary issues” with his calming influence and should make the Argentine a priority signing.

He told Midnite’s The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast: “I think they sorted out the forward areas last summer but I think they probably need two centre backs.

“You might laugh at this and I might get stick for this, but I would go and sign Christian Romero from Tottenham.

“I know he’s a nutter, I know he’s got disciplinary issues, but he can be a very good centre half and someone that Michael Carrick could really calm down.

“They’re talking about 30 or 40 million quid for a player who has been centre half in a World Cup final.

“I know he’s got disciplinary issues but I would go and get him. I think they’re desperate for a centre-back, the current ones aren’t good enough.”

Scholes wants ‘perfect’ Wharton at Man Utd

Of the current midfield options remaining in the market, with several big-money moves already taking place this summer, Scholes believes Adam Wharton would be a ‘perfect’ addition at the Theatre of Dreams.

Wharton has been heavily linked with a move away from Palace over the past 24 months, with the England man currently valued at £85m by Palace.

His stock has certainly risen over the last year, having helped Palace win the FA Cup before they lifted their first European trophy in the Conference League.

“I can’t believe they’re not trying to buy Adam Wharton,” said Scholes, who is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders in Premier League history.

“Sandro Tonali would have been my first-choice but with him gone now, Adam Wharton looks perfect to me.”

United open their Premier League campaign against Hull City on August 22, but have friendlies lined up against Leeds United and AC Milan prior to that.